Southern California talent, George
Foster, recently went through a life altering transformation which
took him from working-stiff to up-and-coming-artist. Creator of the
copper sconces called Sealights, Foster was a general contractor who
often spoiled his clients by far exceeding their expectation due to
his penchant for refining and perfecting even the most ordinary task
to masterpiece qualities - a drive for refinement and perfection came
right out of Foster’s own pocket.

Foster’s metamorphosis into an artist
was instigated by the challenge of earning a living as a contractor
while fighting the urge to complete or begin another light sculpture.
Christy Rojas, his lifetime partner, soon realized it would take more
than evenings and weekends to keep Sealights in existence. So with
much moral support and a desire to succeed Rojas opened the doors
to Sealight Gallery firm in the knowledge that her task was to encourage
and support the artist.

Rojas and Foster spend their days working on
the same endeavor - Foster creating in his ocean side studio and Rojas
at the gallery, marketing Sealights. Tucked away in a rustic but charming
space with an ocean view, Sealight Gallery has found a home in the
heart of Del Mar, CA.

“The title Artist hasn’t come without
a price,“ says Foster, “but when I complete each light
I feel compelled to stay on course.” Like most artists, Foster
draws on the inspiration and motivation that comes with the completion
of each handcrafted, sturdy and expressive piece. Formed into the
shapes of fish, sand dollars, and shells, each Sealight takes at least
a week from start to completion. Finished pieces range from one foot
to eight feet in length, and are hand formed and impossible to duplicate.

Hammered copper, stains and finishes,
mica, and glass are generally the materials used by Foster. Whether
a Barracuda (often sold to attorneys), a Manta Ray, or a Wahoo, praise
and admiration are also an important source of inspiration for Foster
and Rojas as Sealights become more and more, coastal artistic landmarks.